NJ News Update – May 21, 2026

May 21, 2026

A judge has sentenced Paul Caneiro to four life terms without parole. The now 59-year-old murdered his brother, sister-in-law and their two kids in Colts Neck, back in 2018.

A Chevy Tahoe ended up partially submerged in Crystal Lake, at the Heritage Minerals property in Manchester, after the driver was joyriding. Police remind the public that the area is restricted.

The Summit Fire Department congratulates Andrew Mallon and Alexander Pereira, who were sworn in as new firefighters. Also during the ceremony, Firefighter Tom Penn was promoted to Lieutenant.

The East Hanover PBA is hosting a Food Truck and Fireworks Festival at Lurker Park on Saturday, June 6th. The event is from 2-9pm and will include live music and 15 different food vendors.

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Sean Thrunk
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Sean Thrunk is an award-winning multi-media journalist and graduate of Montclair State University.
He serves as ONNJ’s main editor and as a news producer for ONNJ Mornings with Ken Rosato!